Species:
pseudoleptophyllum
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aellen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 15: 178 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601691
Common Names
- Good King Henry
- Fat Hen
- Lamb's Quarters
Description
Chenopodium pseudoleptophyllum (also called 'Goosefoot', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is native to North America and typically grows in dry, open areas. It has small, green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Chenopodium pseudoleptophyllum is used as a food source, as a medicinal plant, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chenopodium pseudoleptophyllum has small, white flowers that are clustered together. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and green with a single, upright leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chenopodium pseudoleptophyllum is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is best to sow the seeds in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Chenopodium pseudoleptophyllum
Chenopodium pseudoleptophyllum is native to the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Chenopodium pseudoleptophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chenopodium pseudoleptophyllum?
Chenopodium pseudoleptophyllum
What type of plant is Chenopodium pseudoleptophyllum?
Herb
Where is Chenopodium pseudoleptophyllum found?
It is found in North America
Species in the Chenopodium genus
Chenopodium acerifolium,
Chenopodium acuminatum,
Chenopodium adpressifolium,
Chenopodium albescens,
Chenopodium album,
Chenopodium allanii,
Chenopodium amurense,
Chenopodium antarcticum,
Chenopodium atripliciforme,
Chenopodium atrovirens,
Chenopodium auricomiforme,
Chenopodium auricomum,
Chenopodium ayare,
Chenopodium badachschanicum,
Chenopodium berlandieri,
Chenopodium binzianum,
Chenopodium bohemicum,
Chenopodium bonus-henricus,
Chenopodium bryoniifolium,
Chenopodium californicum,
Chenopodium capitatum,
Chenopodium carnosulum,
Chenopodium chaldoranicum,
Chenopodium chenopodioides,
Chenopodium cordobense,
Chenopodium cornutum,
Chenopodium coronopus,
Chenopodium covillei,
Chenopodium crusoeanum,
Chenopodium cuneifolium,
Chenopodium curvispicatum,
Chenopodium cyanifolium,
Chenopodium cycloides,
Chenopodium dadakovae,
Chenopodium desertorum,
Chenopodium desiccatum,
Chenopodium detestans,
Chenopodium diversifolium,
Chenopodium erosum,
Chenopodium eustriatum,
Chenopodium exsuccum,
Chenopodium fallax,
Chenopodium fasciculosum,
Chenopodium ficifoliiforme,
Chenopodium ficifolium,
Chenopodium flabellifolium,
Chenopodium foggii,
Chenopodium foliosum,
Chenopodium fremontii,
Chenopodium frigidum,
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,